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Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

Garlic Chili Oil Noodles: Quick, Spicy Comfort in 10 Minutes

Enjoy a quick and spicy bowl of Garlic Chili Oil Noodles, packed with flavor and comfort.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Noodles
  • 150 g Wide Wheat Noodles Swap for rice noodles to make them gluten-free.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Use neutral oils like vegetable or sesame oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Finely diced, opt for fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • 2-3 teaspoons Red Chili Flakes Adjust according to your taste preference.
  • 2 teaspoons Dark Soy Sauce Provides richness and color.
  • 1 tablespoon Light Soy Sauce A low-sodium alternative can be used.
  • ½ teaspoon Chicken Bouillon Powder Substitute with vegetable bouillon for vegetarian option.
  • 1 teaspoon Rice Vinegar White vinegar can be substituted if needed.
  • ½ teaspoon Brown Sugar Feel free to omit for a less sweet profile.
  • 2 teaspoons Toasted Sesame Oil Don’t confuse it with standard cooking oil.
For the Toppings
  • 1-2 teaspoons Chili Crisp Optional for extra spice.
  • 1 teaspoon White Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended for garnish.
  • 2 Green Onions Sliced separately, use both green and white parts.

Equipment

  • large pot
  • skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by boiling a pot of water over high heat. Once it reaches a rolling boil, add the wide wheat noodles and cook according to the package instructions until they are al dente, usually about 4-5 minutes. Reserve ¼ cup of starchy water before draining the noodles, then set them aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the finely diced garlic, the white parts of the green onions, red chili flakes, and sesame seeds. Toast these ingredients for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the garlic turns golden.
  3. Add ¼ teaspoon of red chili powder into the skillet and stir quickly, careful not to let it burn. Keep stirring gently to ensure everything combines well and remains aromatic.
  4. Pour the reserved starchy water into the skillet, stopping the cooking process. Allow the mixture to sizzle for about 1 minute before removing the skillet from heat.
  5. Add the chicken bouillon, dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, and brown sugar into the skillet. Stir everything for 1-2 minutes until the sauces are well mixed.
  6. Add the drained noodles to the skillet and toss them gently for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to absorb the garlic chili oil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust spice levels according to your preference. For gluten-free, substitute with rice noodles.

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